The STEM Foundation

??? ?? Hands-On Science at Desert Hills MS!??? ?? ?? We had an incredible program with?Mr. Heitz’s 7th & 8th grade CTE students?at Desert Hills Middle School! A huge shoutout to our?amazing volunteers from Navarro-ATL who brought science to life!??? ??? Bailey Hardy?shared tips on being good environmental stewards and discussed her work at Hanford. Students even tackled an Earth Day word search! ??? Bojana Leonard?challenged students with a?circuit-board kit—building projects that launched propellers, played sounds, and lit up! ??? Rachelle Rehberg?led an exciting?acids & bases experiment?using household liquids and pH strips, showing why this knowledge is crucial in her field! ??? Luke Damstedt?used models to help students visualize molecules and understand how scientists measure them with specialized equipment. ?? Dee Gray & Tracie Arnold?checked in at stations, introduced their company, and provided support to their team—Dee was also instrumental in coordinating this event! ?? We love seeing students get excited about STEM, and we’re grateful for the volunteers who made it happen! #STEMeducation #FutureScientists #HandsOnLearning #NavarroATL #DesertHillsMS #ScienceInAction #STEMLikeME #tricitieswa

Are you looking to hire for jobs or internships now or in the next 5 months? CBC is hosting a Spring Career & Internship Fair. This is your chance to connect with talented students from CBC & WSU, as well as job seekers from the Tri-Cities community! ?? ?? Tuesday, April 3rd, 2025 ? 10 AM – 2 PM ?? H-Building, Columbia Basin College ?? 80+ employers | ?? 500+ attendees | ?? Students & professionals What’s in it for you? ? Network with job seekers & professionals ? Enjoy complimentary lunch & snacks ? Interview space available during or after the event ?? Register on Handshake to secure your spot. ?? Questions? Contact AJ Andrade at [email protected] Let’s build connections and create career opportunities together! See you there! ?? #CareerFair #Networking #Hiring #CBC #WSU #TriCitiesJobs https://lnkd.in/gJQQRcKG

?Inspiring Futures at Pasco High School! Pasco High students had an amazing time connecting with local industry leaders during?STEM Like ME!? Explore & Empower! Through hands-on activities and engaging conversations, students discovered how their passions and interests could translate into exciting careers. ? Joe & Scott from SMART Local 55 ?shared insights into the world of sheet metal work, highlighting the skills, benefits, and travel opportunities in their trade. ?Maggie from LIGO?sparked curiosity with a hands-on circuit-building activity using Play-Doh, battery packs, and LED lights—some students even created unique color combinations! Students walked away feeling inspired: "I liked how you asked for my opinion and encouraged me to believe in my potential!" "The STEM Like ME!? Empower Student Journal helped me connect my traits and passions to careers." Whether students had a clear career path in mind or were still exploring, this program helped them bridge the gap between dreams and reality. ?A huge thank you to the professionals who shared their experiences, Mr. Mejia for opening up your classroom,?and to the students who embraced the opportunity to explore STEM careers! ?#STEMLikeME #FutureReady #CareerExploration #HandsOnLearning #PascoHigh #CareerConnectedLearning #TriCitiesWA #STEMEducation #STEM?

?STEM Like ME! Explore at KiBe?High School We had an incredible time at KiBe with an amazing lineup of industry professionals inspiring students about STEM careers! ?Giovanni Midili?from Veolia shared insights on PPE and his role as Corporate Health & Safety Manager, keeping his team safe. Students loved exploring his equipment and tackling his tricky questions! ?Joe Valdez?from SMART Local 55 engaged students in conversations about sheet metal work, answering thoughtful questions and empowering future tradespeople! Central Plateau Cleanup Company Team – Lynn Tegeler, Eric Wyse, Matt Schinnell, and Eric Meakins?brought hands-on fun! One activity featured a paper airplane challenge to demonstrate the importance of quality control, highlighting how small details impact performance. Another challenge had students designing marble mazes under specific constraints—what seemed simple at first quickly became a test of creativity and problem-solving! A huge THANK YOU?to our incredible volunteers for taking the time to share your knowledge, passion, and experiences with students—you are truly making a difference in shaping the future workforce! To the school staff and educators, your dedication to creating opportunities for students to explore STEM is invaluable, and we appreciate all the work you do behind the scenes. And of course, to the students—your curiosity, enthusiasm, and engagement made this event a success! We loved seeing you ask great questions, think critically, and step outside your comfort zones to try new challenges. Together, we are building a brighter future! #STEMLikeMe #KiBe #HandsOnLearning #FutureInnovators #STEMEducation #CareerExploration #ThankYouVolunteers #careerconnectedlearning

?? Attention Teachers! Elevate Your STEM Classroom ???? Materials Camp? for Teachers – a FREE professional development opportunity! ?? ?? Location: Richland High School, Richland, WA ?? Dates: July 7-11, 2025 ?? Who Should Attend: Middle & high school science, engineering, and technical education teachers (including pre-service teachers) ? Gain hands-on experiments to engage students ? Discover career pathways in science & engineering ? Earn 40 clock hours, 4 CEUs, and optional graduate credits ? Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) ?? Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gPQ4_u_6 ?? Watch More: https://lnkd.in/gF4H4Xsz Let’s inspire the next generation of problem-solvers! ?? #STEMEducation #MaterialsCamp #EngineeringWeek #tricitieswa #ProfessionalDevelopment

? What a Year! ? This year, we achieved something incredible—a 221% increase in individuals served! ?? None of this would be possible without the unwavering dedication of the 60+ volunteers and incredible community partners. ?? We’re proud to unite businesses, educators, government, and labor to close the STEM skills gap and ensure every young person is prepared to thrive in our growing STEM-based economy. ?? This year, every school district in our area embraced career-connected learning, bringing exciting opportunities to students from elementary through high school. ?? Together, we’re reaching more students than ever before and building a brighter future for everyone. ?? Thank you for being part of this journey. Let’s keep inspiring, growing, and creating opportunities for the next generation! ?? #STEM #CareerConnectedLearning #Teamwork #BrightFutures #CommunityImpact #2024

Last week, high school students from Dayton and Prescott visited the Hanford Site HAMMER training facility. They participated in hands-on activities to explore various career opportunities at Hanford. Throughout the day, students and STEM experts from Hanford Mission Integration Solutions engaged in organic conversations about their career goals and pathways. “Many students were inspired and motivated, and now they say they want to work at Hanford! Yay!” a staff member from Dayton High School enthusiastically shared. Prescott High School expressed their gratitude, stating, “I want to thank you wholeheartedly for inviting Prescott to the STEM day at HAMMER. It was well worth it. We had a great time, and our eyes were opened. Thank you for encouraging kids to envision their futures. The students who attended were excited about what they experienced and discussed it with their fellow classmates who couldn’t make it.” This feedback is truly inspiring! We at The STEM Foundation are passionate about creating partnerships and connections that bridge the gap from the classroom to careers. It is an honor to be a part of creating these experiences. #careerconnectedlearing #careerpathways #tricitieswa

Giving Tuesday! On this Giving Tuesday The STEM Foundation would like to thank all of our volunteers for giving of their time and resources in making an impact on their community. We are grateful?to have such a supportive and generous community of talented professionals willing to share their expertise with tomorrow's workforce. Are you interested in sharing your expertise and making a difference? We would love to have you on board! Interested? Email us at?[email protected], and let's connect! #careerconnectedlearing #volunteerings #giving #givingtuesday2024 #futureworkforce #tricitieswa

Our STEM Like ME!? Explore program at Pasco High School is making STEM careers a vibrant reality! This program emphasizes the importance of engaging STEM professionals to ignite student interest in these fields. Volunteers from Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) utilized hands-on activities to share their STEM knowledge. In small groups, students applied STEM skills to tackle real-world challenges. Over 70 students enjoyed exploring local STEM career opportunities. The dialogue with WRPS volunteers inspired students to articulate their own career goals. Investing in STEM education in our region is a commitment to our future. The STEM Like ME!? Explore programs link our future workforce with a community of skilled professionals. Thank you Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) volunteers: Aaron Miller, Dave Swanberg, David Shekari, Gene Biggs, Jimmy Apablaza-Iorca, Lexee Tanqueray, Melinda Fagundes, Sahara Waymire, and Scott Lehrman. We are so grateful for this partnership. #futureworkforce #careerconnected #tricitieswa #STEMeducation #STEMmindset?

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